A Bucket Full of Problems: Problem Solving Time Intervals

Learning Objectives:

• (Math. Content. 3.MD.A.1) Tell and write time to the nearest minute and measure time intervals in minutes.
• Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of time intervals in minutes using tools like number line diagrams.

Lesson Activities:

1. Review Time Concepts:
   • Discuss adding and subtracting time intervals.
   • Practice telling and writing time to the nearest minute.
2. Story Problem Creation:
   • Students write their story problems involving time intervals.
   • Problems should include addition and subtraction of time intervals.
3. Interactive Problem Solving:
   • Collect all story problems in a bucket.
   • Students draw from the bucket and solve their classmates’ problems.

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Conclusion

By the end of this lesson, students will have strengthened their ability to tell and write time to the nearest minute and measure time intervals. Through creating and solving story problems, they will gain practical experience in adding and subtracting time intervals, enhancing their problem-solving skills and understanding of time measurement.